1st Place

Kent PorterSanta Rosa Press Democrat

2nd Place

Mindy SchauerOrange County Register

3rd Place

Cindy YamanakaThe Press-Enterprise

Judges Comments

Powerful coverage of the fires in the west made for a great first-place winner in Photo Story/Essay, This was great coverage with numerous strong and unique images. Second place had similar variety and exuberant moments while third executed a bittersweet last hurrah with a deft touch.